Kleemann 55K S7 Update -- Pictures & Dyno
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Kleemann 55K S7 Update -- Pictures & Dyno
Well I'm back from my road trip (driving it home) and the car is simply amazing. It pulls SOOOOO hard! It definitely feels like it has 540 lbs. of torque. Its awesome!!! I've driven a twin turbo 996 and this pulls and feels much faster. Aside from the power, the car feels and drives stock until you get on it. And for freeway driving... it goes 70 - 100 in about 1 second -- no joke. Special thanks to Brandon & Cory at KleemannUSA... great honest guys that really know their MB's. For anyone considering this upgrade --- DO IT!!! You'll love it. I will never sell this car!!!!!!!!!
As you will see detailed below in the dyno; I had a net increase of ~ 203 horsepower and 200 ft. lbs of torque. And, the LSD is awesome - minimal tire spin and a nice solid launch!
Here are some pictures... more to come later (have to get caught up with work).
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As you will see detailed below in the dyno; I had a net increase of ~ 203 horsepower and 200 ft. lbs of torque. And, the LSD is awesome - minimal tire spin and a nice solid launch!
Here are some pictures... more to come later (have to get caught up with work).
for more pictures (because of the 5 picture limit here) click here
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Now get back to your homework, errr, I mean real work :p :p
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Perfect car. Congratulations. Nice shot of Glenwood Canyon too on your other site. I have a home in Aspen so I know it well. Can't wait to get my car. Now, seeing yours, I may have to send mine out to RPM to get mine Kleeman'ized'. Best of luck.
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What other mods were done other than the supercharger, exhaust and lsd?
I read about the 55s8 in car and driver and that thing has insane passing speeds... and starting launches. They were comparing the performance of the car to saleen s7, lamborghini Murcielago's, ferrarris, and vipers. Which is pretty sick. How much did the whole package cost for you?
I read about the 55s8 in car and driver and that thing has insane passing speeds... and starting launches. They were comparing the performance of the car to saleen s7, lamborghini Murcielago's, ferrarris, and vipers. Which is pretty sick. How much did the whole package cost for you?
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Very cool. I bet it was cheaper than dropping a factory 6.3L in there. And no disrespect, but the Kleeman badging is a bit much for me. I leike stealth, I would even have preferred the stock tips. In any case, to bad tirerack doesn't have a frequent buyer discount, but you should be scoring some miles on your visa!
BTW Dragon, I am in LV pretty frequently, can I hit you up for a ride around the block?
BTW Dragon, I am in LV pretty frequently, can I hit you up for a ride around the block?
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Originally Posted by Bux
wow!! now hit the 1/4mile track and see what it gets! ...mid-high 11's?!?!
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Very cool. I bet it was cheaper than dropping a factory 6.3L in there. And no disrespect, but the Kleeman badging is a bit much for me. I leike stealth, I would even have preferred the stock tips. In any case, to bad tirerack doesn't have a frequent buyer discount, but you should be scoring some miles on your visa!
BTW Dragon, I am in LV pretty frequently, can I hit you up for a ride around the block?
BTW Dragon, I am in LV pretty frequently, can I hit you up for a ride around the block?
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Did you upgrade the brakes??? Bet the stock rotors and pads will be toast every 5-10k MILES IF PUSHED.
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Originally Posted by AMG PWR
If you dont mind me asking, whats the mialage like on it with the charger on?? You did a road trip so you should have a very good idea on how much you lost/gained, if any? City/HWY would be sweet!
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Cograts! Looks killer. I woul also debage the entire car. (I did mine)
Enjoy the car for a couple of weeks, get used to it, and then let's put the event together. If the car is as strong as the numbers you claim - you should break 12 seconds 1/4 mile...
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Cograts! Looks killer. I woul also debage the entire car. (I did mine)
Enjoy the car for a couple of weeks, get used to it, and then let's put the event together. If the car is as strong as the numbers you claim - you should break 12 seconds 1/4 mile...
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you should really consider the brakes...considering that 6' advantage is with the added weight of the supercharger
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I sure hope so, but I'm not expecting that. I'm hoping for anything < 12.5
None taken. I was actually considering throwing a c230 badge up there at one point, but then I thought about how much I'm spending and decided against it. Having the Kleemann badging sets me apart. There's nobody in Vegas with a Kleemann C55 and probably won't be one. Plus, people probably look at it and say "what's Kleemann" and I think that's entertaining. Plus I need to give them something to look at because not many cars will be in front of me.
Not yet... need to save some more money LOL. It actually brakes pretty well with the stock brakes. In fact, the C&D C55 didn't test that much stronger (only 6' or something like that) over the stockers.
None taken. I was actually considering throwing a c230 badge up there at one point, but then I thought about how much I'm spending and decided against it. Having the Kleemann badging sets me apart. There's nobody in Vegas with a Kleemann C55 and probably won't be one. Plus, people probably look at it and say "what's Kleemann" and I think that's entertaining. Plus I need to give them something to look at because not many cars will be in front of me.
Not yet... need to save some more money LOL. It actually brakes pretty well with the stock brakes. In fact, the C&D C55 didn't test that much stronger (only 6' or something like that) over the stockers.
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[QUOTE=dragonAMG]I Plus, people probably look at it and say "what's Kleemann" and I think that's entertaining. Plus I need to give them something to look at because not many cars will be in front of me.
Good "Thinking" the K badges give you the "?" factor. Plus all of the potential business your car might send their way, might procure you a discount on your
next purchase 
Good "Thinking" the K badges give you the "?" factor. Plus all of the potential business your car might send their way, might procure you a discount on your
next purchase
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First of all.........WOW, the #'s + car looks great.
Secondly....badges are only a negative thing when someone is impersonating , so in turn the badges are a keeper!
Thirdly and most IMPORTANT....I have a fully stocked bar and am throwing a party. What does this mean to you??? You are coming and giving your keys to the "Key Master" (which is me of course), and you will be getting belligerently drunk and allowing me to drive you home. Oh and I'll throw in a hot chick too. Worst case scenario, I’ll settle for a car ride.
Oh and what time to you get off work?
Secondly....badges are only a negative thing when someone is impersonating , so in turn the badges are a keeper!
Thirdly and most IMPORTANT....I have a fully stocked bar and am throwing a party. What does this mean to you??? You are coming and giving your keys to the "Key Master" (which is me of course), and you will be getting belligerently drunk and allowing me to drive you home. Oh and I'll throw in a hot chick too. Worst case scenario, I’ll settle for a car ride.
Oh and what time to you get off work?
